All Reviews for Bus Tours

I was able to efficiently visit various places and had a great time!

I also enjoyed the long-awaited Churaumi Aquarium, which was wonderful!

Since there isn't much time for American Village, I think it might be better to include other spots that can be enjoyed in a short time instead of forcing it into the plan.

I also had a meal where I could see Ryukyu dance, and both the food and drinks were delicious, making for an enjoyable viewing experience.

It was a fantastic value plan! Thank you very much!

効率よく色々まわっていただけて、とても楽しめました！

念願の美ら海水族館も楽しめて、良かったです！

アメリカンビレッジが、かなり時間がないので、無理にプランに入れずに短時間でも楽しめる他スポットを入れても良いかと思いました。

琉球舞踊のみれる食事もつけていただきましたが、食事もお酒も美味しくて、楽しく鑑賞できました。

コスパの素晴らしいプランでした！
ありがとうございました！

It was my first time in Ishigaki Island, so I signed up for an island-hopping tour! I was able to enjoy various modes of transportation like boats, water buffalo carts, buses, and bicycles! Each experience was short, but that's understandable! It was a bit hectic, but I had a great time! The staff were all polite and friendly, which made it very pleasant! Thank you very much!

初めての石垣島だったので、離島巡りをしたくて申し込みました！
船、水牛車、バス、自転車といろいろ乗れて満喫できました！
それぞれの時間は短いですけど仕方ないですね！
せわしなかったけど満喫できました！
スタッフの方も皆さん丁寧で愛想良く気持ちよかったです！
ありがとうございました！

You can easily take a tour around Kururi. The glass boat, which is available for an additional fee, was a bit cheaper at 900 yen. You can also get off at the airport, so it seems like a good option to use on the last day of your trip. The guide shared not only information about tourist spots but also various interesting things about Ishigaki Island, allowing us to learn a lot.

手軽にくるり周遊できます。別料金のグラスボートは少しお安くなって900円でした。空港で下車することもできるので、旅行の最終日に利用するのも良さそう。ガイドさんは観光地だけでなく石垣島のあんなことやこんなことをお話してくださったので、色々なことを知ることができました。

This tour is perfect for the last day as you can leave your luggage on the bus, making it possible to drop off at the airport. They implemented COVID-19 measures such as alcohol disinfection and seat arrangements every time you board. Previously, I participated in tours to Ontake and Okinawa World, so this time I chose the Valley of Gangala. It was disappointing that we couldn't enter the back of the triangular rock at Ontake, but we were able to take our time exploring. The Valley of Gangala had other tour participants, and we were around 20 people with our guide. They provide insect repellent gel, but I still got bitten, so I think it's better to ask for extra! The highlight was the impressive banyan tree.

バスて荷物を預かってもらえるので、空港降車も可能なこのツアーは最終日に最適。乗車時に毎回アルコール消毒、席配置などコロナ対策もされてました。以前、御嶽とおきなわワールドのツアーに参加したので、今回はガンガラーの谷を選択。御嶽は三角岩の奥には入れず残念でしたがその分ゆっくりと回れました。ガンガラーの谷は、他のツアーの方もいて、20人弱でガイドさんとともにまわりました。虫除けジェルを支給してくれますがそれでも虫に噛まれたので、多めにおかわり⁉︎した方がよいと思います。ポイントのガジュマルは、圧巻でした。

The Valley of Gangala was very fulfilling and enjoyable. It was pouring rain, but the introduction of a 100 yen raincoat was a lifesaver. I wish the bus guide had sold them before we went to the Sefa Utaki.

ガンガラーの谷はとても充実していて、楽しかったです。大雨でしたが、100円のレインコートの紹介もあり、助かりました。できれば斎場御嶽に行く前に、バスのガイドさんに販売してほしかったと思います。

We were blessed with good weather, and the veteran guide's stories, including the changes in Okinawa, were very well done. The sandwiches were delicious as well. It was a very fulfilling day of sightseeing. Thank you very much.

天候に恵まれ、ベテランガイドさんのお話が（沖縄の移り変わり等も入れて....)とてもお上手でした。
サンドウィッチも美味しく頂きました♪。
とても充実した1日観光でした。
有難う御座いました。

The local tour company organizing this tour manages the entire vessel, so you won't be mixed with general passengers, and there's no chance of getting lost along the way. The tour progresses smoothly like a conveyor belt, allowing you to see everything efficiently. The guide on Iriomote Island is also very experienced. On the day of my participation, the wind was strong and the weather was a bit poor, so we didn't stay long on Taketomi Island and quickly wrapped up our cycling. However, if you plan to go to the beach with star sand, it's better to allow at least an hour of extra time. The path is made of sand and small stones, making it difficult to ride quickly. Participants varied from solo travelers to families.

このツアーを主催している地元ツアー会社が運航船を丸ごと管理しているので一般客と混載することがなく、途中で迷うこともありません。流れ作業のようにどんどん進みますが、効率的に見て回れます。西表島のガイドさんも手馴れています。参加日は風が強く少々天候が悪かったので竹富島ではあまり長居せずにサイクリングも早々に引き上げて帰りましたが、星の砂のビーチまで行くなら、1時間以上は時間の余裕をみた方がいいです。砂と小石の道なので走行しにくく、スピードは出せません。参加者は、ひとりから家族連れまでさまざまでした。

It was my first time visiting an outlying island. Although it was a quick visit, I was satisfied with my experience on the island. I think it was a great opportunity to scout for a future trip where I can take my time on a favorite island. However, I was quite anxious during the bus ride because one of the children in the same tour group kept coughing. I felt anger towards the parents traveling with a child who was coughing so much at this time of year. While it might not bother them if it were their own child, for others, it is nothing but a source of fear.

初めての離島。駆け足ではありましたがその島を堪能できて満足でした。気に入った島に次回はゆっきりでかける為の下見としてとても良いと思います。ただ同じツアー参加者のお子さんがずっと咳をしていてソレが気になってバスの中では不安な気持ちでいっぱいでした。この時期のこんなに咳をする子供を連れて旅をする親御さんに怒りを覚えました。自分の子供なら気にならないかもしれませんが他人にとっては恐怖でしかありません。

I had a great time leisurely exploring on a water buffalo cart. It was nice to hear the guide's stories as well. Since you can make good use of the free time, I think it's a great tour.

水牛車でのんびりと散策でき、楽しかったです。
ガイドの方のお話も聞くことができ、よかったです。フリータイムも有効に活用ができるので、良いツアーだと思います。

It was my first time on Ishigaki Island, and I was able to efficiently visit three islands, making it a fulfilling day. I am very satisfied with the experience, so thank you!

初めての石垣島でしたが、効率よく3島をまわることができ充実した一日になりました。内容も大満足ですかありがとうございました。

I was able to efficiently visit places that are difficult to reach without a car. The morning gathering is early, but as a result, we could see the quiet Sefa Utaki. Since I had elementary school children with me, I was torn between Okinawa World and the Valley of Gangala, but I'm glad we chose the latter. It was fun and felt like an adventure.
Thanks to GOTO, it was cheaper, and I received the common coupon email properly.

車が無いと行きにくい場所を効率よくまわれました。朝の集合は早いですが、その分静かな斎場御嶽が見れます。小学生連れなのでおきなわワールドと迷いましたが、ガンガラーの谷にして良かったです。冒険気分で楽しかったです。
GOTOで安くなり、共通クーポンのメールもきちんと来ました。

The mangrove cruise and the water buffalo ride were both very relaxing and enjoyable. The guides for both were experienced and entertaining. I was especially soothed by the laid-back water buffaloes.

マングローブクルーズも水牛のりもとてもまったりしていて楽しかったです。どちらもガイドさんはベテランで面白かったです。特にマイペースの水牛さんたちは癒されました。

For a beginner like me in Ishigaki Island, not only did I receive basic information, but the guide's explanations allowed me to touch upon the culture and history, making it a very enjoyable trip!

Indeed, it was a bit rushed, but I felt sufficiently satisfied. (This tour made me want to learn more about Ishigaki.)

The person who took care of us was a foreign-looking woman with a darker complexion, reminiscent of a younger Rosanna. She was very kind to me, even though I was a solo participant suffering from a hangover from drinking too much awamori the night before, which made me very happy!

If you make a reservation through this site, you can also receive discounts and coupons from the Go To Travel campaign, so I highly recommend it! (I'm glad I pushed through my hangover to go! Haha)

石垣島初心者の私にとっては。
基本情報を教えてもらえるだけでなく、
ガイドさんの説明によって
文化や歴史に触れられて、とても楽しい旅になりました！

確かに駆け足ではありますが、
充分な満足感はあります。
（このツアーを元に、石垣の事をもっと知りたくなりました）

今回お世話になったのは、
若い時のロザンナ？似の
外国風の色の黒めのお姉さんでしたが、
前日泡盛を飲みすぎて二日酔いの一人参加の私にもとても親切にしてくれ、
大変嬉しかったです！

こちらのサイトで予約すると
gotoトラベルの割引もクーポンももらえるので
オススメです！
（二日酔いを押して行ってよかったです！笑）

The Churaumi Aquarium was not crowded, but including the show and lunch, it felt a bit rushed in just two and a half hours, so I wished I had a little more time.

The guide's explanations were very clear, and they occasionally incorporated the feelings of the Okinawan people, which made me fall in love with Okinawa's unique culture.

I compared several companies for the tour to Churaumi and chose this one because you can board in Naha and get off at Chatan, which is also where my next accommodation is. The arrival time in Chatan was early, allowing me to enjoy my hotel life longer after the sightseeing bus tour.

美ら海水族館は空いていましたが、ショーと昼食を含めて2時間半は慌しかったので　もう少し時間が欲しかったです。

ガイドさんの説明はとてもわかりやすく、ときおり沖縄県民の思いを織り交ぜながら解説してくれて独特の文化を歩む沖縄が大好きになりました。

美ら海へ行くツアーを何社か見比べてこちらに決めたのは　那覇から乗り、次の宿泊地の北谷で降りられる事。その中でも北谷の到着時間が早い事です。こちらの観光バスのあともホテルライフを長く楽しめました。

Although my parents got a bit seasick on the glass-bottom boat, the kids were sparkling with excitement the whole time. Shima-kun, the water buffalo, was wonderfully lazy! We were also healed by the songs of the young man playing the sanshin. I'm grateful for the precious experience on Taketomi Island.

少々グラスボートで親は酔いましたが、子供達は終始目をキラキラさせていました。水牛のシマ君のやる気のなさも最高！笑　お兄さんのサンシンと歌にも癒されました。竹富島の貴重な体験に感謝です。

First, we went on a mangrove cruise in Iriomote Island. It was very pleasant to leisurely explore on a sightseeing boat while listening to the guide's explanations. After that, we crossed to Yubu Island by water buffalo cart. The flowers along the road to Manta Beach were very beautiful. The tropical flowers like hibiscus and bougainvillea, along with the butterflies, were impressive. The sea beyond was also breathtaking.

Finally, we visited Taketomi Island. We chose a glass-bottom boat and bus tour. The guide was very kind and taught us how to find star sand at Kaiji Beach, and we toured the village on the island, receiving various explanations in a short amount of time. Although we didn't ride the water buffalo cart, we were able to walk nearby and take photos, which was great. Since the time to see the village was short, I would like to take a leisurely stroll next time. It was a charming and very lovely island. I was extremely satisfied to see so many different landscapes in just one day!

最初に西表島でのマングローブクルーズ。ガイドさんの説明を聞きながらのんびり遊覧船での散策は気持ちが良かったです。そのあと由布島へ水牛車で渡ります。マンタの浜までの道沿いのお花がとても綺麗でした。ハイビスカスやブーゲンビリアなど南国らしいお花、蝶々に感動。その先の海にまた感動でした。
最後に竹富島です。我々はグラスボートとバス観光を選択しました。
ガイドさんがとても良い方で、カイジ浜で星砂の見つけ方を教えて頂いたり、島内の集落を回り、短い時間の中いろいろ説明して頂きました。
水牛車には乗りませんでしたが、歩きながら近くで見て写真も撮る事が出来たので良かったです。
集落を見る時間が短かったので、次はゆっくり散策したいです。風情がありとても素敵な島でした。
１日でこれだけ色んな景色が見れて、大満足です！

Even without being able to drive a car, I was able to get around using the ferry, bus, and ox cart! It was fun to visit various islands! It turned out to be a very fulfilling day!

車の運転ができなくても、フェリーとバスと牛車で周れました！いろんな島に行けて楽しかったです！とても充実した1日になりました！

The bus driver on Iriomote Island provided a witty and very entertaining tour guide experience, it was the best! The water buffalo on Yubu Island, while calm, has adorable movements (and thoughts)!

西表島のバスの運転手さんの観光案内、ウィットに富、大変面白く最高⤴️⤴️
油布島の牛車の水牛、おとなしいけど動作(考えている事)が愛らしい‼️

I have been to the Churaumi Aquarium many times, but it was my first time at the Tropical Dream Center. It became a great memory. I will be back again! I was also relieved to see that the bus had thorough infection prevention measures in place.

美ら海水族館は何度も行きましたが、熱帯ドリームセンターはお初でした。いい思い出になりました。またお世話になります！
バスも感染予防策がしっかりされていて安心しました。

You can efficiently visit the attractions even without a car. It's perfect for sightseeing on the last day since you can get off at the airport. It had been on hold for a long time due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but it reopened in November.

車なしでも見所を効率よくまわれます。
空港で下車可能なので、最終日の観光にぴったりでした。
コロナ禍で長く休止されており、11月から再開したとのことでした。

I traveled to Taketomi Island and first participated in a bus tour. On that day, it was a private tour with a knowledgeable guide, and I was able to search for star sand. Next, the water buffalo cart ride was more relaxing than I expected, and it was really great!

竹富島に渡り、先ずはバス観光に参加しました。
当日は、貸し切りでガイドの説明が良く、星の砂を探すことが出来ました。
次に水牛車は思った以上に、のんびり出来て、とても良かったです！

It was my first time in Ishigaki Island. Initially, I thought it would be fine to explore the remote island on my own without a plan, but I’m glad I joined this tour as it allowed us to cover a lot efficiently. Although it was a long day for the kids, we had a great time with the water buffalo cart and the mangrove cruise. However, since lunch was stated to be "available for order on-site for toddlers," we didn't include a lunch for the kids. When we ordered at the restaurant, we were told, "that menu is sold out" just as the adults were finishing their meals. In the end, we had to order from other menus, which took up time, so we couldn't fully enjoy Yubu Island, which was disappointing. Also, the waiting time between the glass-bottom boat in Taketomi Island and the water buffalo cart tour was excessively long without any explanation, leaving everyone wondering, "What is this wait for?" I think that’s something that could be improved.

Personally, the highlight for me was the bus driver’s guidance from Nakama Port to the water buffalo cart boarding area. I found it very interesting and felt like the bus ride went by in no time. Overall, I feel that participating in this tour was a good decision.

初石垣島でした。当初は離島に自力でいきあたりばったりでいいかな〜と考えていましたが、このツアーに参加して効率よく回れたのでよかったです。子供には長い1日になったものの、水牛車やマングローブクルーズは楽しく過ごせました。ただ、ランチが「幼児は現地でもオーダー可」となっていたので子供のランチは含めませんでしたが、レストランでオーダーすると、大人が食べ終わる頃に「そのメニューは売り切れでした」と…。結局他のメニューを頼み食べ終わるまでに時間を取られてしまったので、由布島は満喫できなかったのが残念でした。また、竹富島グラスボートから水牛車観光に移るまでの待ち時間がやたら長く説明もなく待ちぼうけだったのでみなさん「この時間は一体？？」という感じになったのが改善できる点かなと思います。
個人的に1番よかったのは、仲間港から水牛車乗り場までのバスドライバーさんの案内。とても興味深く拝聴させていただき、バス移動もあっという間に感じました。総合的には参加してよかったなと感じます。

I was drawn to the tour title "Guided by a Famous Guide!" and the reviews mentioned that it was fun to listen to the sanshin, so I signed up. However, the guide was just an ordinary one. It might be due to the impact of COVID-19, but I signed up for this tour specifically for the guide, so I would appreciate it if any changes were clearly noted.

Additionally, there were some unrealistic aspects in the itinerary. Even though the roads weren't congested, I was told to return quickly from the first drop-off point because there wasn't enough time, and lunch was only 40 minutes, making it a rushed tour.

On the positive side, the driver's bright smile was wonderful! After the tour, I happened to take the same bus line with the same driver, who was a lovely person!

ツアーのタイトルにあった『名物ガイドがご案内！』に惹かれて、口コミでも三線が聴けて楽しいといった内容だったので申し込んだのですが、普通のガイドさんでした。。
コロナの影響かもしれませんが、ガイドさん目当てでこのツアーに申し込んだので、変更点はちゃんと記載してほしいです。
その他、ちょっと行程表に無理があります。
道路が混雑していないのに、1つめの降車地から時間がないからすぐに戻るように言われたり、昼食が40分だったりと、バタバタなツアーです。
良かった点は、ドライバーさんの明るい笑顔！
ツアー後、たまたま乗車した路線バスも同じドライバーさんで、素敵な方でした！

It was a tour with a lot of travel, but each destination was filled with emotion. On the last day of the trip, I thought everyone would be tired, so I chose the water buffalo cart and bus tour on Taketomi Island. It was the right decision to go with the bus tour. I thought the mangrove boat ride would be a slow and quiet way to enjoy the forest, but it was great with the guide's explanations and the opportunity to take photos. It became a wonderful memory.

移動が多いツアーでしたが、行く先々は感動でいっぱいでした。旅の最終日に参加で疲れもあるだろうと思い、竹富島では水牛車とバスツアーにしました。バスツアーにして正解でした。マングローブ船はゆっくり静かに森林を楽しむのかなと思っていましたが、ガイドさんの説明もあり写真も撮れてよかったです。良き思い出となりした。

The highly trained staff was great. The guide's knowledge and skills were also impressive. I would like to use this service again.

非常に訓練された運行スタッフで良かったです
ガイドさんの知識も技量も高かったです
また利用したいと思います

The tour of Iriomote Island was interesting with explanations about the mangroves. On Yubu Island, I could hear the wonderful singing along with the water buffalo cart and sanshin. Taketomi Island was also great, as I enjoyed a cycling tour under the blue sky. It was a wonderful day.

西表島のツアーは、マングローブの説明も面白く、
　由布島の、水牛車も三線と、素晴らしい歌声が聞けて
竹富島も、青空の元　サイクリングツアーにしてとても良い
一日でした。

Since I was traveling alone, it was great to be taken to various places in just one day! I was happy to be able to use both the water buffalo cart and the rental bicycle.

ひとり旅だったので、１日で色々な所に連れて行ってもらえて楽でした！ 水牛車とレンタサイクルどちらも利用できて良かったです。

It was just Halloween, and American Village was bustling with both adults and children in costumes. Furthermore, the time of arrival coincided perfectly with sunset, which was very beautiful.
Although the time on Kouri Island was a bit short, I still thought it was a great tour overall.

ちょうどハロウィンでしたが、アメリカンビレッジは大人も子供も仮装した方が多く活気が溢れていました。さらに、到着した時刻がちょうどサンセットでとても美しかったです。
古宇利島の時間が少し短かったですが、それも含めた上でも良いツアーだと思いました。

The mangrove cruise in Iriomote Island offers a thorough explanation about mangroves, making it educational. The water buffalo cart experience in Yubu Island and Taketomi Island was enjoyable as we could leisurely sightsee while taking in beautiful landscapes and the characteristic streets of Okinawa.

西表島のマングローブクルーズでは、マングローブについて丁寧に説明してもらえて勉強にもなります。由布島、竹富島の水牛車体験では綺麗な風景や沖縄らしい街並みを見ながらのんびり観光できたのが良かったです。

I participated with the aquarium as my main goal. It seems that this popular tour usually requires a full house, but there were only 17 participants, so I secured four seats for myself. The guide even entertained us with songs and played the sanshin without me asking, which greatly increased my satisfaction. American Village has many shops and restaurants, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of America. There are so many places to explore that one day isn't enough, so I would like to try again.

水族館を目あてに参加しました。
普段は満席必須の人気ツアーのようですが17名だったのでひとりで4席確保。
頼んでもいないのにガイドさんが歌や三線まで披露していただき満足度上々でした。
アメリカンビレッジは雑貨屋や飲食店が多く、アメリカを彷彿とさせる佇まいです。
一日では回りきれない数なのでまたチャレンジしたいです。